Keeping Folder structure on Ipod

Let's say I have 5 different folders in one of my directories -- each folder contained about 20 MP3's. I want to import these songs into Itunes while still maintaining the folder structure. In other words, once imported, I would like to be able to view the folders in the exact way that I view them on my PC.
Would I have to create seperate playlists for every folder and then import songs into those specific playlists? Is there an easier way?

After the playlists are created - is there a way to setup a synch so that any updated MP3's in my folders will automatically update the playlist?
For example, let's say I have a folder called Bruce Springsteen with 13 MP3's. I created a playlist called Bruce Springsteen to keep the structure. Now I add another 2 MP3's to the Bruce folder. Would I have to manually import those 2 additional files to the Bruce playlists?
Also - how can I set the Ipod to NOT synch when I plug it in. Since I have to create seperate playlists for each folder, I would rather do it manually so as to not mess up the structure.
Thank you.

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